About Red Wines from Argentina

About Red Wines from Argentina
Argentina is the fifth largest wine producing country in the world and much of that has to do with one wine, Malbec, which has become synonymous for Argentinean wine. By far, the most widely planted variety -red or white - in the country (almost twice as much planted as the next red variety, Bonarda), Malbec with its deep color, ripe berry fruit and light, peppery spice, has become wildly popular with consumers, looking for a flavorful red at the right price. There are dozens of very fine examples of Malbec from the Mendoza region available on USA retail shelves for $12-$16. Some of these same producers are also crafting $25 and version of Malbec, to show the aging ability and potential of the variety; these are not yet sales successes for the most part. There are other notable reds produced in the country, namely Bonarda, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. As for white wine, the signature variety is Torrontes, a medium-bodied white with light pear and tropical fruit flavors that is a pleasant sipper or partner with lighter seafood.

Top Picks for Argentina

Red Wines

Pampa 2023 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$10
Best Buy
Delicious and powerful while being well balanced and elegant; the perfect option for grilled steak and chimichurri sauce.
92 points $10 Best Buy
Eccentric 2022  Cabernet Sauvignon
92 points
$10
Best Buy
Lush, concentrated fruits make for a simple and straight forward but eminently enjoyable wine.
92 points $10 Best Buy
Alamos 2018 Seleccion Malbec
92 points
$20
Best Buy
A bold, complex Malbec with concentrated aromas; a great example of Argentine's most famous grape.
92 points $20 Best Buy
Eccentric 2023  Cabernet Sauvignon
91 points
$10
Best Buy
Lighter bodied with good fruit and excellent structure, combined with straight forward flavors; this is a lovely Cabernet for burger and grilled sausage pairings.
91 points $10 Best Buy
Santa Ana Homage 2022  Malbec
91 points
$6
Best Buy
A versatile and juicy Malbec expressing bright, tangy berry fruit and crunchy tannins that will be a nice choice for a meaty meal.
91 points $6 Best Buy
Alamos 2021  Malbec
90 points
$13
Best Buy
Tasty ripe fruits with threads of coffee and chocolate woven throughout make this a crowd friendly Malbec.
90 points $13 Best Buy
Alamos 2022  Malbec
90 points
$13
Best Buy
Tasty ripe fruits with threads of coffee and chocolate woven throughout make this a crowd friendly Malbec.
90 points $13 Best Buy
Eccentric 2022  Malbec
90 points
$10
Best Buy
A very silky and fruit forward Malbec with a somewhat reserved nose, but a juicy, satisfying palate.
90 points $10 Best Buy
Belasco De Baquedano 2021 Llama Bonarda-Malbec Blend Luján De Cuyo
90 points
$13
Best Buy
Distinctly new world with an old world nuance; this blend would pair nicely with roasted vegetables or gorgonzola.
90 points $13 Best Buy
Don Rodolfo 2022  Malbec
89 points
$12
Best Buy
A solid everyday Malbec to keep liberally around the house.
89 points $12 Best Buy